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Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 lbpotatoes
cut in 1 1/2 -2 inch chunks
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 tspkosher salt
- ¾ tspground black pepper
- ½ tsppaprika
- 2 lbskinless
boneless chicken breasts
- 1 ccreamy parmesan garlic sauce
such as buffalo wild wings® parmesan garlic
- ½ cwater or chicken stock
- 2 cshredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cgrated parmesan cheese
optional
- 1 tbspchopped fresh parsley
Directions
- 1
Combine potatoes, olive oil, 3/4 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and paprika in the bottom of a slow cooker and stir until well coated. Add chicken pieces on top and sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Whisk Parmesan garlic sauce and water together in a bowl until well incorporated. Pour mixture over chicken and potatoes.
- 2
Cook on High for 4 hours (or on Low for 6 hours), or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender. During the last 20 minutes of cooking, add mozzarella and Parmesan and continue to cook, covered. Sprinkle with parsley to serve.
Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, cheesy dinner that practically cooks itself? This Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making weeknight dinners incredibly simple and delicious.
The brilliance of this dish lies in its sheer simplicity and the magic of the slow cooker. With just 15 minutes of hands-on prep, you're set for a deeply flavorful, comforting meal. The low and slow cooking process ensures that every piece of skinless, boneless chicken breast becomes incredibly tender and juicy, while the potatoes absorb all the savory goodness from the rich, creamy Parmesan garlic sauce. This method guarantees a comforting, cheesy chicken and potatoes dish that practically cooks itself, freeing up your evening.
Get ready for a truly satisfying meal. You'll enjoy exceptionally tender, fall-apart chicken and soft, flavorful potato chunks, all luxuriating in a generous coating of creamy Parmesan garlic sauce. The layers of shredded mozzarella melt into an irresistibly gooey topping, creating a comforting blanket of cheesy goodness, perfectly complemented by the subtle bite of the optional grated Parmesan. This hearty dish is pure comfort in a bowl, delivering robust garlic and cheese flavors that are universally loved, making it an instant family favorite for up to six servings.
This slow cooker favorite is quite versatile, allowing for easy tweaks to suit your pantry or preference. While the recipe calls for two pounds of potatoes, feel free to experiment with different varieties like Yukon Golds or red potatoes, keeping them in 1 1/2 to 2-inch chunks for even cooking. If your preferred creamy Parmesan garlic sauce isn't available, another similar creamy garlic sauce can be used effectively. For a different cheesy experience, provolone cheese melts beautifully and could stand in for mozzarella. Finally, a sprinkle of fresh chives or even dried Italian herbs can offer an aromatic twist if fresh parsley isn't on hand.
This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a relaxed gathering with friends. Serve it directly from the slow cooker for an easy, impressive presentation.